Buying a car is a pretty big dealemotionally and financially.
Let us help you with our top 10 car buying tips.
Maybe you’ve got the option to keep your old one chugging along for a few more years.
Time Your Car Purchase
Theres abest time to buy anything, and cars are no exception.
If you do decide to lease, just knowhow to do it without getting fleeced.)
Know that some car options and add-onsarent worth having the dealer install.
Try the No-Haggle Approach
Youre best offnot even dealing with the car dealershipuntil youre ready to buy.
(Keep in mind, however, no-haggle car dealershipsdont always mean great deal.)
Plus youll be able to avoidsneaky fees tacked onto dealers loans.
Buy a Used Car Without Getting Swindled
Buying a carwhether new or usedcomes with risk.
Another (surprising) source for used cars:Car rental agencies(rental carscan be good buys).
If youbuy a luxury car used, youll likely get it at a bigger bargain compared to economy vehicles.
Do Your Research and Be Patient
Finally, the most important thing is to do your homework.
Also,check your emotions at the door, since this is primarily a financial transaction.
Bonus:See Jalopniks10 things you should do when shopping for a new car.
Illustration by Tina Mailhot-Roberge.
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